Koss KPH7 vs Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Koss KPH7
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
What Buyers Say
Koss KPH7
Users generally appreciate the Koss KPH7 headphones for their surprisingly good sound quality at a low price, with easy setup and portability. However, a few reviewers found them too small or dismissed them as junk, and the lack of volume protection for children was a concern. Overall, they are seen as a decent budget option, though not without flaws.
Pros
- Great sound for the price
- Easy setup
- Portable and compact
- Lightweight
- Adjustable headband
Cons
- Too small for some
- Lack of volume protection for kids
- Thin cord
- Some found them junk
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Users are overwhelmingly positive about these Nothing headphones, praising the exceptional battery life, comfortable fit, and intuitive controls like the scroll wheel. The sound quality is generally considered great for the price, though one audiophile friend rated it 5/10 and some note the noise cancellation isn't the strongest. The app's customization options and sleek design are also highlights, with minor complaints about glossy plastic showing smudges and snugness over long periods.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Intuitive controls
- Great sound for price
- Customizable app
Cons
- Glossy plastic shows smudges
- Noise cancellation not strongest
- Slightly snug over long periods
- Transparency mode could improve
Scores
Specifications
| Koss KPH7 | Nothing Headphone (a) B186 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.07 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Polyurethane | memory foam |
| Headband | Plastic, Fabric | Liquid Silicone Padding |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 80 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 18 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Koss KPH7 On-Ear Portable Stereo Headphones, White | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Virtual Surround |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.2200000286102295 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 135 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IPX0 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Koss KPH7
- Strong affordability (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong comfort (65th percentile)
- Below average sound (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Pricing
Koss KPH7
No current pricing available
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 39 specs.
